Planning/Process Engineer (Automotive)

Profile Personnel is an independently owned Executive Recruitment and HR Solutions Firm. Since our inception in October 1997, we have successfully added value to our HR Solutions, Labour Consulting, Payroll Services and Executive Recruitment Clients, both locally and nationally. Our continued success has been to build meaningful and lasting relationships with our clients and candidates alike. In the ever-changing world of business, Profile Personnel strive to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes, with different challenges. We utilise the latest technology available in our industry, as well as constantly ensuring that we are training our staff and sending them to national workshops in order to give you the very best service.Job Description We are looking for a driven and technically skilled Planning / Process Engineer to join a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support Production by developing, implementing, and optimising manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance. Key Responsibilities Provide technical support to Production by developing and improving manufacturing processes. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency. Establish and optimise production processes, tooling, equipment, and layouts. Investigate and resolve production and process-related issues affecting quality and output. Manage engineering changes, process updates, and production readiness for new model introductions. Conduct process, quality, and safety audits while ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence. Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and performance tracking tools. Lead problem-solving initiatives and implement sustainable corrective actions. Requirements National Diploma or Degree in Engineering. Qualified Toolmaker. 3 - 5 years' technical/engineering experience within an automotive manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production systems, tooling, manufacturing processes, and plant layouts. Experience in a Tool Room, including tool design, heavy press tools, machining, works preparation, and try-out processes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills. Computer literacy (MS Office); CAD/MicroStation experience is advantageous. Knowledge of quality systems (ISO, VDA, COP, OHSE) and automotive manufacturing processes is advantageous.